“Since November 2014, over 70 people have been spoken to about cycling related offences.

“Officers try to educate the cyclists rather than simply prosecute them. As a result the majority have been either verbally warned or have received letters of advice, while three repeat offenders have been summonsed to court.

Karl Fitzpatrick who uses a megaphone to remind cyclists that Northumberland Street is a cycling free zone

“Officers continue to tackle this problem and are carrying out regular patrols.

“There are signs on Northumberland Street and I would remind cyclists to heed these warnings.

“The restrictions are there for a reason - for the safety of both cyclists and pedestrians.

“We want to encourage cyclists to cycle in a safe, considerate and legal manner.”